Minister of Tourism, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, confirmed the cancellation today. The event was to be held from May 12 to 14, 2020. This step supports Cabinet’s decision to encourage social distancing by prohibiting gatherings of more than 100 people.
Sisa Ntshona, CEO of SA Tourism says, “We are in full support of the Minister’s decision and are duty bound to protect our nation and industry.”
South African Tourism, through its National Convention Bureau (NCB), will be contacting participating exhibitors about the postponement. Further, the organisation will consult with the broader industry on workable future dates for INDABA. The newly instituted travel bans on foreign nationals from high-risk countries, including the cancellation of visas, will have a profound impact on the tourism sector. South African Tourism in conjunction with tourism industry stakeholders will collectively explore measures to ensure the sector’s recovery and to protect the sustainability and attractiveness of travel and tourism going forward.
Written by: Ian McIntosh
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